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2021 Ford Bronco airbags problems

severe 5 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →

Complaints
5
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$1,100
1crash
1injury
What stands out

No new NHTSA airbags complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 4 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 21V770000 October 1, 2021

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco vehicles

Improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger air bag, free of charge. An interim owner notification letter was mailed on November 24, 2021. A second notice announcing the remedy is available was sent on July 8, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C23.

What owners are reporting 2 most recent

airbags · filed 12/14/2021

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact received Manufacturer recall number: 21C23 (Air Bags), NHTSA Campaign Number: (Awaiting) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and…

airbags · filed 11/22/2021

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V770000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not…

Had airbags trouble with your 2021 Ford Bronco? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the airbags problem on the 2021 Ford Bronco?

It's a meaningful issue. 5 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.

At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?

Based on the 5 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 55,100 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to airbags?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Related

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2021/Ford/Bronco. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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